APTW 2026 Celebrity Chef Cook Off — Empowering Communities Through Positive Thinking
by ACHIEVING POSITIVE THINKING WORLDWIDE
On September 19, 2026, Achieving Positive Thinking Worldwide (APTW) hosts its annual Celebrity Chef Cook-Off at District 56 in Elk Grove, California — a free, high-energy community celebration bringing together celebrity chefs, celebrity judges, live and silent auctions, and 200 guests for an evening of food, fun, and purposeful connection.
This event is free to attend — because APTW believes access to inspiration should never have a price tag.
Your donation — and your company’s matching contribution — directly supports APTW’s mission to empower women, youth, students, Veterans, underserved families, and individuals rebuilding their lives through the proven power of positive thinking.
APTW reaches communities BEFORE crisis through:
Celebrity Chef Cook-Offs
Celebrity Fashion Shows (coming 2027)
Toolbox Luncheons
Free Inspirational Gift Cards and Resources
Clothing for Work and School
Matching gifts can significantly increase the impact of every donation — helping APTW reach more community members through free events, inspirational resources, and empowerment programs — just like the guest who said, "The energy of the room was positive. I enjoyed everything and can't wait to come back!" Corporate matching gifts are welcome and encouraged through the Benevity platform.
Achieving Positive Thinking Worldwide is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — EIN 81-0935821. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Empowering YOU to Empower YOU. — EY2EY
POSITIVE IMPACT:
$25 — provides free inspirational gift cards and resources for one community member
$100 — helps fund free admission for two community members at the Celebrity Chef Cook-Off
$500 — covers event materials and inspirational resources for 20 attendees
$2,500 — sponsors a full Toolbox Luncheon session serving your community at no cost
$10,000 — funds clothing, gift cards, and essential resources for women, girls, teens, students, Veterans, and individuals rebuilding their lives
$25,000 — funds APTW's complete annual program delivery — reaching hundreds of lives through free community events, Toolbox Luncheons, inspirational resources, and clothing for work and school.
